first team squad

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the main group of players in a sports club from which the team for a match is chosen

first teamHEADWORD + noun

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squad

Examples (10)

  • He was promoted to the first team squad after an impressive performance.
  • The coach announced the first team squad for tomorrow's match.
  • Only the best players make it into the first team squad.
  • She's been training hard to secure a place in the first team squad.
  • The first team squad consists of 25 experienced players.
  • Injuries have forced changes to the first team squad this season.
  • The young striker hopes to break into the first team squad soon.
  • The manager is reviewing the first team squad before the new season.
  • Competition for places in the first team squad is fierce.
  • The club's first team squad has been strengthened with new signings.